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December 28, 2021
How many beings were we lucky enough to encounter and witness their graceful approach to both aging and the gradual passing-on of their physical bodies?
Maybe a few loved ones?
Ayurveda, a natural system of medicine that originated in India, is often called ‘The Knowledge of Life,’ and Yoga, by comparison sometimes ‘The Knowledge of Death.’ Recall that our final resting pose in a typical Yoga class is the Corpse Pose (Savasana). Yoga encourages us to contemplate the impermanence of life and the inevitability of the (human) body’s passing on.
Maybe a few loved ones?
Ayurveda, a natural system of medicine that originated in India, is often called ‘The Knowledge of Life,’ and Yoga, by comparison sometimes ‘The Knowledge of Death.’ Recall that our final resting pose in a typical Yoga class is the Corpse Pose (Savasana). Yoga encourages us to contemplate the impermanence of life and the inevitability of the (human) body’s passing on.
April 30, 2023
Recently, I was able to participate in and complete a Full Ironman triathlon. That is a 140.6 miles multi-discipline sporting event, consisting of a 2.4 miles open water swim, a 112-mile road bike ride, and to finish a 26.2 miles marathon-length run. One has 17 hours to complete this endeavor. To be honest, I really enjoyed it.
When you are on a training bike ride for several hours, have a few more hours to go, and you know you have to run after it, potentially in the heat, you really have to keep your mind in check and make sure that your mind doesn't race ahead of your body's current activity. It'd be futile to start thinking, 'Oh dear, I have three more hours left on this bike ride, ...
October 13, 2023
Trail running is more than just a physical activity; it’s an exhilarating experience we love that allows us to connect with nature while challenging our bodies and minds. As athletes we often seek ways to improve our performance and prevent injuries. One highly effective and holistic approach to achieve these […]
November 5, 2023
This week is Veterans Day and we honor our veterans’ sacrifices, courage, and resilience. The selfless journey of a veteran does not end with their service; it continues as they navigate the challenges of reintegration into civilian life. For many veterans, finding inner peace and healing is an ongoing process. […]
January 13, 2024
As we have stepped into our calendar new year and the Year of the Dragon will usher in the Lunar New Year, many of us are eager to embrace positive changes and set intentions for the journey ahead and our personal growth. One powerful way to kickstart this transformative journey is […]